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The Community Newsletter of Shore Regional High School - Spring/Summer 2013

Th e S h o re l i n eTh e S h o re l i n e

“Students First”Shore Regional’s Mantra of Success Moving the District Forward

Th e S horeline

Shore Regional High SchoolMonmouth Park Highway 36West Long Branch, NJ 07764

(732) 222 - 9300 www.shoreregional.org

Staff

Thomas G. Farrell, Superintendent

Dennis W. Kotch, Business Administrator

Andrew W. Ker, Director of Public InformationAuthor, Editor, Producer, The Shoreline

The Shore Regional High School DistrictBoard of Education

2012-2013

Ronald OʼNeill, President (West Long Branch)Paul Rolleri, Vice-President (Oceanport)

David Baker (Monmouth Beach)Beth Garrigal (West Long Branch)Diane Merla (West Long Branch)

MaryLynn Mango (West Long Branch)Susana Markson (Sea Bright)Frank J. Pingitore (Oceanport)

Tadeusz “Ted” Szczurek (Oceanport)

The Shoreline is published by the Shore Regional High SchoolOffice of Public Information and is funded by

donations from the Shore Regional Educational Foundationand business advertisements.

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Set in Stone: Granet’s Future a Bright OneSince entering Shore Re-

gional High School in 2009, seniorMelissa Granet's prowess as a stu-dent athlete has been ever-present.Living the district's mantra of "Stu-dents First," Granet's remarkable ac-ademic career has been as dynamicas her play on the hardcourt as cap-tain of the Lady Blue Devils tennisteam. A perpetual high honors stu-dent since her freshman year, suc-cess within honors, AP and IBcourses offered her the opportunity toacademically exhibit the tenacity thathas so prominently defined her tennisgame.

shown tireless commitment to causes both noble and necessary, evidenced by the thousands of dollars raised through SIC ac-tivities. Granet's future is poised to become only brighter upon entrance into Rutgers Business School (New Brunswick) in thefall of 2013 where she will major in Marketing and Advertising.

Taking the Reins: Sgro Recognized by National Equestrian ProgramAmong the many extraordinary student-athletes of Shore Regional, junior Emily Sgro

stands out as truly unique having recently been recognized for her horse-riding talent by theUnited States Equestrian Federation's (USEF) High School Equestrian Athlete program. Rid-ing since the age of five, Sgro has blossomed into a highly regarded equestrian during hersecondary years. A longtime rider at Country Club Farm (Colts Neck, NJ) under the guidanceof trainer Andrea Loprete, Sgro has been recognized by the USEF for her dedication and suc-cess in competition. In addition to earning three certificates of accomplishment already in heryoung career, Sgro received the USEF's commendation for the hundreds of hours of trainingand participation in equestrian competitions throughout her high school years.

Ultimately, Sgro will receive a USEF High School Equestrian Athlete varsity lettermanpatch, a high honor, being that the USEF is the National Governing Body for EquestrianSports in the United States and is sanctioned by the United States Olympic Committee. Com-plimenting her time in the saddle has been steady enrollment in honors programs at Shore

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In April of 2013, Granet's outstanding academic record and ath-letic prowess garnered her a selection as one of "News 12 New Jer-sey's Scholar Athletes." Reflection on her secondary career finds ayoung woman heavily involved in academic, athletic and philanthropicendeavors. Fastidious study habits and rigorous practice schedulesduring her four high school years have been complimented by involve-ment in initiatives such as the self-founded "Sports Involvement Club"and "Students for Animal Welfare" organization. A star on the tenniscourt, Granet could also be found excelling on the track as an awardedrelay runner as well as on the stage as a "Shore Player" (most recentlyas "Marty Marschino" in 2013ʼs production of "Grease").

Granet is particularly passionate about her efforts with theSports Involvement Club (SIC). The organization's main philanthropicthrust has been to raise funds for donation in the fight against ALS(more commonly referred to as "Lou Gherig's Disease”). Granet has

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within various subjects. Having excelled in and out of the classroom,Sgro envisions her forthcoming senior year to be her best yet. Withyears of successful riding experience and an equally strong academicrecord, Sgro is bound for future enrollment at an undergraduate envi-ronment for elite equestrians. For more information about the UnitedStates Equestrian Federation or the USEF High School EquestrianAthlete program visit the USEF website, http://www.usef.org.

Flying High: Shore Seniors Attain Rank of Eagle Scout

Reporting Provided by Mr. Joe DeLeonardo

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The spring of 2013 found four Shore Regional seniors attain-ing the rank of Eagle Scout. Among the many hurdles the young menfaced in reaching the rank was the completion of a community serviceproject that required each to be involved in its inception, planning,funding and supervision. The scouts, Connor Feroce, James Lane,Michael McArdle and Andrew Smith are all members of Troop 58,Oceanport.

Feroce provided much need refurbishment and face-lifting ofTrinity Park. There he painted lines for two full basketball courts, refur-bished the backboard and benches, and carried on work from an ear-lier refurbishment of Blackberry Park.

Laneʼs project provided a nesting platform for osprey to nestwithin the Borough of Oceanport. Lane led other scouts and volunteersin building and putting up an osprey pole on Horseneck Point. Theproject has been very helpful to the town as it provides a spot for anendangered species to nest and prosper.

McArdle erected a memorial in the memory of Mr. James Kirk,a mentor to and influential leader of Troop 58. The memorial was con-structed at the Lutheran Church in West Long Branch and included aflagpole with brick pavers surrounding it in a circular pattern. All of thematerials and supplies needed for the project were acquired throughdonations. Many of the present members of Troop 58 as well as pastmembers were influenced by Kirk and gained many valuable life andleadership skills under his guidance.

Smith's project found him installing a lighted sign that had re-cently been removed from the Oceanport Borough Hall, and placing itin front of the Oceanport First-Aid building. Thanks to Smith, the firstaid squad now has the means to display messages about upcomingevents and other important information.

The rank of Eagle Scout is the highest rank attainable in theBoy Scouting program of the Boy Scouts of America. Since its intro-duction in 1911, the Eagle Scout rank has been earned by more thantwo million young men and is a title each scout retains lifelong posses-sion.

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Sgro rests astride her horse during a recent equestrian competition.

Top to Bottom (left to right): Feroce, Lane, McArdle & Smith

Throughout my time as a school administrator, the concept that studentscome first and foremost has served as my core philosophy. Each day, the districtI lead will always strive to put "students first" and ensure that they are the primaryrecipients of district resources.

This district remains firm in its belief that relationships form the foundationfor learning and that no significant learning can take place without a significant re-

Putting Students First

Thomas G. FarrellSuperintendent

A Note from the Superintendent

lationship. This philosophy forms the basis of our foundation on educational leadership.

Indeed, it is relationships, not programs, that change students and make successful schools. A greatprogram simply creates the environment for healthy inter-personal relationships to form between staffand students. Our students thrive because they know they are cared about on a one-to-one level. Suchrelationships can provide them with a sense of belonging to a caring community like ours.

This district's continuous goal is to produce altruistic graduates that are life-long learners. Eachday, Shore Regional seeks to equip students with an unlimited capacity to compete in a superior man-ner in any challenge they undertake in any walk of life. We intend to accomplish this mission by guaran-teeing each an individual customized, all-inclusive learning experience that integrates the uniqueresources of our staff and community. The administration is excited to work to move the district forwardin this direction.

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new shared service agreements save hundreds of thousands of dollars. These new cost savings com-pliment a zero-percent budget increase for the 2013-14 school year in spite of anticipated annual in-creases for salary costs and utility expenses.

The coming summer months will find the district fastidiouslycommitted to improving the buildings and grounds of the high schoolcampus. Prior to the commencement of the 2013-14 school year,new sidewalks, curbs and parking lots should be well near comple-tion. Additionally, new floor surfaces will appear in locker rooms andnew energy-efficient field lights will be installed on Feeney Field. Also planned for a September debut is an inviting, new, rear-entrancesign that will welcome community members and visitors alike toShore Regional High School.

As alluded to above, the Business Administration Office isheartened by the prospective cost benefit of shared service positionsand continues to explore how they will benefit the stakeholders of thesending districts. Undoubtedly, these shared service agreements willprovide for greater articulation, continuity and cost savings. As the shared business offices finalize theirreorganization for more efficiency, better service and greater cost savings, it is my pleasure to offer allthose in the community insight into this exciting, ongoing effort. The Office of Business Administrationprides itself on transparency and efficiency and welcomes community input to assist in providing stu-dents with most fiscally prudent and accommodating educational amenities.

Shared Services Leading the Way Toward Cost Savings

In addition to successfully rising to the challenges weather posed for thedistrict during the past eight months, reflection upon the 2012-13 school year alsoprompts satisfaction with the fiscal successes achieved by the Office of BusinessAdministration. In a single year, this office has overseen a truly transformative,cost-saving implementation of shared services. This year saw the genesis of aShared Service Superintendent with two districts and a Business Administratorwith three districts. Coupled with preexisting shared services, these

An aerial view of “Feeney Field,” due for of energy-efficient lighting.

Sincerely,

Dennis W. KotchBusiness Administrator

THE BOARDFORUM

The Shore Regional High School Board of Education, firm in its commitment to ensuring a fiscally- prudent, inclusive, learner-centered education, celebrates the achievements of all Shore students.

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service as Interim-Shared Service Superintendent. Appointed as Principal/In-terim Superintendent of Schools for Shore Regional on June 28, 2011, LaPreteoversaw a crucial period for the district. During her tenure, LaPrete played a piv-otal role in the development of cost-saving administrative shared services suchas the current Shared Service Superintendent's position that exists betweenShore Regional High School District and the West Long Brach School District. Inaddition to the superintendent's position, LaPrete also facilitated the creation of aShared Service Business Administration position amongst Shore, West LongBranch and the Monmouth Beach School districts.

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For the second consecutive year, Shore Regional High School washonored by national publications Newsweek and The Daily Beast asone of "America's Best High Schools." The rankings highlight the best2,000 public high schools in the nation—those that have proven to bethe most effective in turning out college-ready grads. The list is basedon six components: graduation rate (25 percent), college acceptancerate (25 percent), AP/IB/AICE tests taken perstudent (25 percent), average SAT/ACTscores (10 percent), average AP/IB/AICEscores (10 percent), and percent of studentsenrolled in at least one AP/IB/AICE course (5percent). For more information and to viewthis year's honorees, scan the adjacent QRcode or visit the corresponding link(http://goo.gl/mhR4O).

In each of her initiatives, LaPrete displayed genuine concern for students andstakeholders alike within the sending districts. Whether it be guiding the district through Fiftieth Anniver-sary commemorations or reestablishing "pep rallies" for each sports season, her efforts continuously ex-hibited the "Shore Pride" synonymous with the district's success. Her commitment to developing positiverelationships with the sending districts has wrought educational benefits the dividends of which will be ev-ident for long to come. For her service and efforts to move Shore Regional High School District forward,the Board of Education is tremendously grateful and extends heartfelt well-wishes to Miss LaPrete in allher future endeavors.

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College Bound:An overview of collegiate commitments and financial awards achieved by the Class of 2013.

Members of the Class of 2013 have been accepted to:

Total Scholarship Amount Awarded (by month of Mayʼs end):$6,265,472

*Scholarship amount based on 4-year totals

On behalf of the Board of Education, “congratulations to ALL the members of the Class of 2013!”

Albright CollegeAmerican UniversityArcadia University

The Art Institute of New York CityBecker College

Binghamton UniversityBloomsburg University of PA

Boise State UniversityBoston University

Bowling Green State UniversityBrandeis University

Brookdale Community CollegeBryant University Caldwell College

The Catholic University of AmericaChristopher Newport University

Clemson UniversityCollege of Charleston

The College of New Jersey Delaware State UniversityDelaware Valley College

Dickinson CollegeDigiPen Institute of TechnologyDominican college of Blauvelt

Drew University Drexel University

East Stroudsburg University of PAEckerd College Elmira CollegeElon University

Fairfield University Fairleigh Dickinson University

Fashion Institute of Technology Flagler College

Florida Gulf Coast UniversityFlorida Keys Community College

Florida Southern CollegeFlorida State University

Fordham University Frostburg State University

The George Washington University

Georgian Court UniversityGettysburg College

High Point University Hofstra University

Iona CollegeJames Madison University Johns Hopkins University

Johnson and Wales UniversityKean University

Kutztown University of PennsylvaniaLaSalle University Lehigh University

Lock Haven University of PALouisiana State University

Loyola University, Maryland Marist College

McGill UniversityMiddle Tennessee State University

Molloy CollegeMonmouth University

Montclair State University Moravian College

Mount Saint Mary CollegeMount Saint Maryʼs University

New Jersey Inst. of TechnologyNew York UniversityNiagara University

Northeastern University Ohio University

The Ohio State UniversityPace University

Pennsylvania State University Philadelphia University

Princeton UniversityProvidence College

Quinnipiac University Ramapo College of New Jersey

Richard Stockton College of New JerseyRider University Roanoke College

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rowan University Rutgers, The State Univ. of NJ

Saint Josephʼs University Saint Peterʼs University Salve Regina University

San Diego State UniversitySanta Clara UniversitySchool of Visual ArtsSeton Hall University

St. Andrews Presbyterian CollegeStevens Institute of Technology

SUNY Maritime CollegeSyracuse UniversityTemple UniversityTowson University

University of California at San DiegoUniversity of Connecticut

University of Delaware University of Louisville

University of Maryland, College Park University of Massachusetts, Amherst

University of MiamiUniversity of Mississippi

University of New HampshireUniversity of New Haven

University of North Carolina Chapel HillUniversity of North Carolina at Charlotte

University of North Carolina at WilmingtonUniversity of San Diego

University of Southern CaliforniaUniversity of Texas, AustinUniversity of Rhode Island

University of Scranton University of Tampa

University of Vermont University of Virginia

Wagner CollegeWest Virginia University

William Paterson University of New JerseyWilkes University

York College of Pennsylvania

Launched in the 2011-2012 school year, Shore Regional HighSchool Districtʼs “Student of the Month Program” celebrates individualachievement by creating a culture of learning that values academicsuccess while simultaneously raising awareness of student contribu-tions to the Shore community at large. Please visit www.shorere-gional.org/SOTM for more information about the program includingcriteria and in-depth biographies of student recipients.

Michael McArdle (ʻ13)Mrs. Ross is constantly

working to make not onlyme, but all of her studentsthe best they can be. She

has bettered me not only asa student, but as an individ-

ual as well.

How Have Your Teachers Impacted Your Development as a Student?

Laura Phillips (ʻ13)Mrs. Ross has always beenan amazing teacher and ad-

visor. She has taught mehow to enjoy leaning andhow to become a great

leader.

Eddie Garrigal (ʻ13)Mrs. Ross helped me real-

ize my potential and pushedme to be better than I was.

Emily Reiser (ʻ14)Mrs. Burley, my history

teacher, has encouragedme to strive for my best no

matter what the circum-stances.

FebruaryFebruary MarchMarch

Jack Donegan (ʻ14)All of my teachers have im-pacted me. I really appreci-

ate the efforts of myscience teachers (Mrs. Mur-

ray, Mr. Santangelo, Mr.Aprahamian, and Ms. Aue)!

Megen Wellinghorst (ʻ14)Many of my teachers havebeen very supportive andhelpful in guiding me to do

my best as a student.

AprilApril

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This past April, the Shore Regional High School Board of Educationapproved Mrs. Vanessa Miano as Coordinator for the high school's Interna-tional Baccalaureate Programme. As Coordinator, Miano will assume myr-iad duties for the prestigious and rigorous programme that includecommunicating information to all members of the school community, ad-ministering all internal and external assessment and acting as the primarypoint of contact between the school and the IB.

The role of the coordinator in Diploma Programme implementationand development is extensive. The most intangible, but also probably themost significant, aspect of this role is the part played in ensuring that theschool embraces the IBʼs mission statement and its learner profile,

ensuring that the school is able to demonstrate in an explicit way how the structure of the DiplomaProgramme and its implementation are furthering both. In this way, the coordinator fosters the spiritof an international education in the school, one that will hopefully engender in graduating studentsthe skills, wisdom and cultural understanding necessary to engage with the significant global issuesfacing the world now and in the future.

Miano earned a Bachelorʼs of Business Administration from Loyola University in MD (1997)and a Master of Science in Education from Brooklyn College, City University of New York (2007).She has been in the teaching profession for ten years, seven of which have been at Shore RegionalHigh School. Currently in her second year of teaching IB Math Studies SL, Miano remarked, “I amthrilled to be our IB Coordinator. The IB programme's philosophy mirrors Shore Regional's mission todevelop student learners academically and culturally. It will be my honor to uphold the IB standardsand help students achieve to their highest potential.”

Miano Appointed as IB Programme CoordinatorAdditional reporting provided by Mr. Joe DeLeonardo

IB Programme Another Reason Shore Stands OutWith IB testing playing ever larger roles in the classification of the na-

tionʼs best high schools, Shore Regional High Schoolʼs excellence continuesto be exhibited. Of the 485 high schools in New Jersey, only twelve schoolsin the state offer students the opportunity to earn the International Baccalau-reate's Diploma from participation in one of the world's most well-regardedacademic programme's. Of those twelve, eight made Newsweek and TheDaily Beast's 2013 list of America's Best High Schools. Shore Regional HighSchool District is honored to be one of them and is proud to put StudentsFirst. For more information about the 2013 “Best High Schools” methodol-ogy, visit the following link: http://goo.gl/KPiY3.

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Shore Regional High School District's chapter of SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions)proudly partnered with DCH Auto Group and 94.3 "The Point" this past March to help students learn aboutthe dangers of distracted driving. Thanks in part to the efforts of senior SADD member Kelly Brody,

Getting the Message Out

DCH and "The Point" presented Shore students with the op-portunity to sign a banner that emphasized their stanceagainst "texting and driving." Each student that signed thebanner was given a raffle ticket for a drawing of two tickets toBruno Mars' July 1st performance at Newarkʼs PrudentialCenter.

Students began signing the banner en masse when theypicked up their "Battle of the Classes" t-shirts. "Battle of theClasses," Shore Regional's annual school spirit competitionamongst grades 9-12, culminated with an afternoon eventrally wherein Ms. Allison Cronk, Student Government advisor,selected the winning tickets and announced the student win-ner (senior Kara Casale) of the concert tickets.

Under the direction of advisor Jennifer Czajkowski,SADDʼs efforts to help students learn about the dangers ofdistracted driving carried on throughout the spring. MondayJune 3rd found Czajkowski welcoming renowned safety advo-cate Jacy Good at Shore to speak with underclassmen abouther personal experiences with the tragic consequences of dis-tracted driving. Ms. Good's presentation held particular perti-nence as it was presented alongside the annual “MissionProm” program during "prom season." The banner from theBattle of the Classes contest was present within the school

throughout the spring months and displayed in the performing arts center during Ms. Good's presentation.

Reflected Czajkowski on the initiative's importance: "All drivers, young drivers especially, can benefitfrom Jacy Good's powerful message. SADD is very grateful to have the support of such outstanding organi-zations like the DCH Auto Group and "The Point." Their help is invaluable in reaching our students andhelping them realize the importance of safe driving and responsible decision making."

Senior Kelly Brody promoted Shoreʼs efforts on 94.3 The Point w/DJ Matt Ryan.

Senior Kelly Brody was all smiles in the studio of 94.3 The Point.

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With guidance from Interact advisor VictoriaKoontz and Student Government advisor AlisonCronk, the classes took part in a service initiativeto kick off the weeklong “battle.” Aiming to fighthunger and aid local food pantries, the classesattempted to donate the most food items to earnforty points in the overall competition. Over thecourse of the two-week “Battle of the ClassesFood Drive,” the efforts of the classes of '13, '14,'15 & '16 netted over 3,400 individual donations,all of which was given to food pantries within thesurrounding communities. The initiativeʼs suc-cess and importance has cemented it as part ofthe “battle” for years to come.

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Classes “Battle” Hunger During Spirit Week

Members of the Class of 2013 pose with some of the numerous donations collected during “Spirit Week.”

An annual event of goodwilled inter-class competition, 2013ʼs edition of “Battle of the Classes”found freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors engaged in a much more meaningful challenge.

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Interact Volunteers Making a World of DifferenceShore Regional Interact volunteers did their best to

make the most of April as “National Volunteer Month” by get-ting involved in on-campus and off-campus service initiatives.During “National Volunteer Week” (April 21-27), teams of In-teract members scoured the grounds of West Long BranchʼsFranklin Lake to provide a spring clean up. Recyclables wereprocessed and bags of trash were hauled away to ensure thatthe lake looked its best as the season came into bloom.

Equally as important was Interactʼs annual effort toraise funds for a non-profit organization from the playing of itsannual “Student vs. Faculty Charity Basketball Game.” Underthe guidance of Interact advisors Victoria Koontz and KristenPontoriero, Interact held a highly successful and competitivegame that raised $345.00 for local charity “Kick Cancer Over-board” (www.KickCancerOverboard.com). “Everyone had a great time and the event was a great success. Interact is honored to be able to provide support for an or-ganization as unique and noble as “Kick Cancer Overboard,” reflected Pontoriero. This yearʼs game sawthe faculty top the students in a contentious, but well-played game. At gameʼs end, both were eagerly look-ing forward to next yearʼs rematch vowing to play hard for a great cause again.

Interact members round up litter near Franklin Lake during Volunteer Week.

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On Friday, March 8, the Shore Regional High School Future Educators Association (FEA) capped offa successful fundraising endeavor for the “Sandy Hook Elementary School Victims Relief Fund.” Led byfaculty advisor Victoria Cavet, the FEA collaborated with local sponsors and families to create a variation ofthe “We are Newtown” t-shirt. The t-shirts were purchased and worn by Shore students, faculty, and staff inmemory of those who were lost in Newtown, CT this past December.

FEA Fundraises for Sandy Hook Elementary Relief Fund

Cavet (an English teacher that alsoserves as Sophomore Class Advisor), alongwith FEA members and Sophomore Class offi-cers, worked together to gather donations forthe scholarship fund as well as collecting pro-ceeds from the sale of the t-shirts.

The successful effort raised $900 dol-lars, a sum humbly reflected upon by facultyand staff on Friday March 8thʼs “We Are New-town” day. Faculty and staff donned their “WeAre Newtown” t-shirts and stood together toremember and pay tribute to this most mean-ingful cause.

Shore Faculty and Staff pose in the schoolʼs lobby wearing their “We Are Newtown” T-Shirts.

Commented Cavet, “The Sandy Hook Elementary tragedy affected me greatly. The Future Educa-torsʼ members at Shore were adamant that we as a community had to do something for those that had ex-perienced such tremendous loss. I extend the deepest thanks to our local sponsors and generous facultyand staff for their donations, all of which will be given directly toward victimsʼ relief. I earnestly hope this actof solidarity will provide some healing to those affected.”

Red Cross Club Hosts Successful Blood DriveThis past April, School Nurse and Red Cross Club

advisor Patricia Smith along with club members welcomedThe Central Jersey Blood Center back to Shore RegionalHigh School for the organizationʼs spring blood drive. Dur-ing the drive forty-one students attempted to donate andeight staff members donated blood. Commented Smith,“Our administration, faculty and students were so support-ive and understanding about the importance of this drive.Considering the proximity of the drive to the recent eventsin Boston, it was really great to see the whole school coop-erate for such a great cause.”Student donors were all smiles during this past Aprilʼs Red Cross Club Blood Drive.

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Blue Devils Instruct Youngsters on the DiamondIn an effort to educate the youth of the sending districts about the “National Pastime” and promote

healthy outdoor activity, Coach Pat OʼNeill and the 2013 Blue Devil Baseball team held their second an-nual Blue Devil Baseball Clinic on April 14. Boys as young as kindergarteners up to eighth graders wereable to take the field at Shore Regional and learn alongside current Blue Devil ballplayers. Players werestationed at several different areas throughout the day learning things such as proper warm-up techniques,hitting, fielding and baserunning. A great time was had by all, with the young Blue Devils-to-be getting anup-close and personal perspective of how it feels to take the field wearing the Blue and White!

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Senior Class Volunteers Ready Sea Bright for SummerDuring Monday May 20th's "Sea Bright Volunteer"

event, over 100 Shore Regional seniors volunteered to as-sist the town in ongoing cleanup efforts. Volunteers hauledaway 140 bags of garbage off of the 4 mile stretch of SeaBright beach and cleaned the main municipal parking lot.

"Shore Regional students reached out to the townadministration and Sea Bright enthusiastically welcomedmembers of the senior class, faculty and staff during the fullday of volunteer service. This initiative highlights the benefitof collaborative relationships with individuals, organizations,and schools to address and solve problems using the

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Members of the Blue Devil baseball teams instructed local boys from grades K-8 on the fundamentals of the game this past April.

Members of the senior class pitch in during May 20ʼs Sea Bright Service Event.

preexisting assets within our local communities," remarked Shore Regional Public Relations Director JoeDeLeonardo.

Despite weather that was a bit overcast and cool for the season, the numerous volunteers put forthgreat effort to assist a community still seeking restoration from the effects of Superstorm Sandy. "This serviceevent has inspired students to take responsibility for the well-being of their community and has fostered per-sonal growth for many by providing firsthand exposure to the great benefits of volunteerism,” addedDeLeonardo.

A L U M N I S P O T L I G H TSince 1964, many of nearly a half-centuryʼs worth of Shore Regional graduates have

gone on to great achievements. “The Shorelineʼs” Alumni Spotlight column focuses on recentalumni “news,” publishing brief acknowledgments, career accomplishments and/or other life

changes amongst the Shore Regional alumni body. To submit alumni information for publicationin future editions of “The Shoreline,” e-mail PublicInfo@ShoreRegional.org.

After serving as Class President of Shore Regional's Class of 2006, alumnus Tom Dempsey'spath to success took him first to the University of Miami where his initial aims of studying political sciencegave way to a strong interest in television production. During his time at "The U," Dempsey participated inthe production of two campus programs; one a variety news show and the other a "Sportscenter-like"show. Involvement in both brought Dempsey great enjoyment and spurred him on to internships at bothNBC in Miami and PBS during his senior semesters. Reflecting on his internship experiences, Dempseystates, "I cannot stress enough the importance for any future journalist to get as much experience as theycan while in college through both internships and school programming/publications. Just some words ofadvice for ALL future college students: you get what you put in."

Broadcasting Success: Alumnus Reflects on the Fast-Paced World of Television NewsTom Dempsey (ʻ06)

Morning News Anchor Tom Dempsey on the set of ABC affiliate WHSV.

Dempsey's success has been hard-won. After ap-plying to nearly thirty television stations after graduation,he eventually landed an interview and was hired as morn-ing anchor and noon producer/anchor/reporter for WHSV(ABC) in Harrisonburg, Virginia. In 2011, "Daybreak," themorning show Dempsey features on, won the Best Morn-ing Show in Virginia award from the Virginia Associationof Broadcasters. During his young career, Dempsey hasfound himself covering tornadoes, an earthquake, andother dramatic stories. Always one to delve deeply into astory, Dempsey even went "homeless" for a night to ex-plore and better report upon what the homeless popula-tion endures. "Working in television has helped me evenface down my longstanding fears. For example, I had toput my hand in a bag full of cockroaches (one of mygreatest fears) while covering a story on phobias!"

Dempsey learned quickly the nature of the fast-paced news world. In addition to his current role as a TVnews anchor, he also writes articles for the web and pro-vides news on both Facebook and Twitter. "The news isconstantly changing, and staying on top of the latest de-tails is becoming more challenging as news continues totravel faster thanks to evolving technology and socialmedia. 'Getting the scoop' is truly a competitive endeavorin the current news landscape,” adds Dempsey.

The affable Dempsey knows well the long hours ("News never takes a break!") and budgetary con-straints of the industry but endorses pursuing a career in journalism. "Journalism is 'something new' everyday.Your efforts will make a big difference. EVERYONE has a story to tell and it is your job to dig and find storiesthat captivate the public mind." As a final thought, he adds, "Work hard, be kind, and success will follow." As-piring journalists can reach Dempsey via E-Mail (tdempsey@whsv.com) or Twitter: @WHSVDempsey.

Dempsey (second from left) and the “Daylight” crew pose for a photo in the WHSV studio.

Success With No Borders: Alumnus Changing Lives Through Peace Corps EffortsMichael Hendricks (ʻ07)

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Serving as the Student Council Board of Education Representative at Shore Regional is truly aworld away in the dynamic life of Michael Hendricks. After graduating from Shore, Hendricks attended theUniversity of Delaware, majoring in International Relations with a specialization in Development. Upongraduation in 2011, Hendricks enrolled as a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Peace Corpsvolunteer in Nicaragua. Stationed in the town ofSan Marcos in the department of Carazo (45minutes outside of the capital of Managua), Hen-dricks has been co-planning and co-teachingwith Nicaraguan English teachers to improveEnglish speaking studies and pedagogicalmethodologies. Hendricks' work has led him toundertake varied good-willed initiatives such aslearning Nicaraguan sign-language to assist inthe teaching of deaf students at the Escuela Es-pecial along with working with the school's ad-ministration on a Peace Corps PartnershipProposal to raise funds for a special needs parkthat will be directly accessible to the school'sspecial needs students.

Playing a pivotal role in the overseeing ofthe financial and construction elements of thepark (groundbreaking occurred in June 2013),Hendricks was ecstatic to see the proposalachieve full funding by the spring of 2013. "Weare all very excited to start the project. The peo-ple of the community, fellow volunteers and my-self canʼt wait to actualize this project. Thedesign (see picture) has been conceived with theintention of inclusiveness so that all children, re-gardless of their physical abilities, can have fun."

Hendricks' work has found him collaborat-ing closely with Nicaraguan counterparts whomhe spends numerous hours with planning and refining lessons for high school students (in Nicaragua highschool is from 7th to 11th grade). The school year runs from February to November; during these monthsHendricks teaches at a high school about 5 km from town and in a rural school that is 22 km from his resi-dence (over an hour away by bus, down dirt roads in impoverished areas). Hendricks also finds himselfproviding professional development for teachers at the University level. "The professionals I work with re-ally want to improve their English speaking skills and teaching methodologies. It's exciting to work withsuch a passionate and dedicated group of educators," reflects Hendricks. When reminiscing on his PeaceCorps experience, Hendricks adds, "This assignment has been some of the most rewarding work of mylife. I truly enjoy going to these schools and engaging in all of my varied work in Nicaragua. It's hard tofathom that 21 months have gone by so fast and that I only have six months remaining. This has trulybeen a beneficially life-changing experience." For more information about the Peace Corpsʼ efforts inNicaragua, visit this link, http://goo.gl/Rz0YM, and to view a video about TEFL volunteers working in simi-lar situations to Hendricks, visit this link, http://goo.gl/u7Zje.

Michael Hendricks instructs a class of fellow educators in developing refined English-speaking skills.

A digital representation of the inclusive, all-access park Hendricks developed for his Peace Corps grant.

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